Can my spouse/children join me in the US?

F-1 Students

Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under age 21 may join you in the US as F-2 dependents. Please complete an Add F-2 Dependent Request to obtain an F-2 I-20 via the M-Passport portal > Requests > Add F-2 Dependent. Your dependent needs an I-20 to apply for an F-2 visa or change status while in the US.

J-1 Students

Yes. Your spouse and unmarried children under age 21 may join you in the US as J-2 dependents. Please complete an Add J-2 Dependent Request to obtain a J-2 DS-2019 via the M-Passport portal > Requests > Add J-2 Dependent. Your dependent needs a DS-2019 to apply for a J-2 visa or change status while in the US.